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Arsenal travel to north London rivals Tottenham on Thursday evening knowing that a victory will seal a top four finish and with it Champions League qualification. The Gunners haven’t played in European football’s elite club competition since the 2016/17 season.

However, Spurs are in desperate need of a victory themselves to maintain their hopes of finishing fourth. The Lilywhites can close the gap on Arsenal to a point with a win and really turn up the pressure on Mikel Arteta’s side going into their final two fixtures.

Ahead of a crucial clash for both sides, takes a look at the latest fitness problems facing Arsenal for Thursday’s trip acorss north London.

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White wasn’t available for the 2-1 win at West Ham earlier this month due to a thigh injury, with Rob Holding deputising for the England star. He also missed the Gunners’ 2-1 win over Leeds on Sunday and remains a doubt for Thursday's trip to Spurs.

Meanwhile, Saka was substituted in the final few minutes of the win over the Hammers which Arteta claimed was down to fatigue. He was also replaced by Nicolas Pepe after 68 minutes against Leeds.

However, whilst it remains uncertain whether White will be deemed fit enough, Saka should be available to face Antonio Conte's side.

Ben (White) is a doubt. We’ll have to assess him; he’s feeling much